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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It saves them money, as well as saving the planet! If you aren’t sure about buying reusable bags , at the very least, you can save the bags from your last shopping trip and bring them in. While the filter cost a little more up front, we have savings over time. You might be surprised at what you can get.

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How Little Could You Spend on Your Child in a Year?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In our consumer driven society where we have everything for children from designer clothing stores to classes to iPads, how does someone go so counter society and not spend anything on her children save childcare and medical expenses? Garlick got all of her children’s clothes and gear from friends, family, and sites like Freecycle.

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An Easy Way to Save for Irregular Expenses

For the Mommas

The term “sinking fund” was originally a business term used to designate a savings account where a corporation holds funds for the repayment of a debt in order to improve their liquidity. In personal finance, a sinking fund is a savings account that is designated specifically for an irregular expense. Bank Your Savings.

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Canning CAN Be Cheap!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You might even luck out and find one listed on Freecycle or in your local paper’s classified ad section. Please don’t take chances with your health just to save mere pennies! Please do not put your health or the health of your family at risk by not processing your food using the appropriate equipment.

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Tips for a Frugal and Eco-Friendly Spring

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Guest Post Author Bio: This post was written by Les Roberts money saving writer at Moneysupermarket.com. You can then use that extra money to pay off some bills, treat yourself to a post-cleaning present or put it into a savings account for a rainy day fund. As the old saying goes; ‘One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.’.

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How to Shop and Save Money when Expecting a Baby

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

So let’s look at some ways to shop and save money when expecting a baby. Be selective about what you actually buy and save a lot of money from the beginning. You will save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars by looking for the basics in secondhand stores, eBay and Freecycle.

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Ways To Reuse Old Items For Your Container Garden

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Carefully break off the top part of the shell when you use eggs and save the larger bottom part. They can be found around your house, or found at yard sales or via freecycling. It’s even possible to use eggshells as seed starts. Plant your little seeds in the bottom part.

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